Operations Coordinator

Ohio University; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, is seeking an Operations Coordinator for evenings and weekends to oversee university transit programming and supervise student operators. This on-site role supports campus outreach and engagement to increase awareness and utilization of transportation services.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related experience; CDL may be required. The position provides comprehensive benefits and a fixed schedule, including evenings and weekends,

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Certain positions may require Commercial Driver’s License ( CDL ).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily coordination of university transit programming and supervision of intermittent and student transit operators.
• Provide administrative coordination and reporting for transit programming and field-based operations.
• Assist with after-hours services, special events, fleet services and vehicle detailing as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Operations Coordinator – Evenings & Weekends

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

This is a 10-month position, August – May.

Interested individuals should complete an online application and be prepared to upload the following documents at the time of application:

• Current CV or Resume
• Cover letter summarizing interest and qualifications for the role
• List of 3 professional references including current telephone and email addresses for all references.

For full consideration, please submit your materials by position closing date.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information: Business Title – Operations Coordinator – Evenings & Weekends. Applications Accepted From Public – Open to the Public. Special Instructions to Applicants – This is a 10-month position, August – May.

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number: 2016511T

Job Description Summary: The Operations Coordinator is responsible for the daily oversight and coordination of university transit programming, including fixed-route services, paratransit services, and on-demand transportation options. This position provides leadership and supervision to intermittent and student transit operators while supporting campus outreach, promotion, and engagement efforts to increase awareness and utilization of transportation services.

The Coordinator also assists with administrative coordination and reporting for transit programming and field-based operations. This includes providing support for after-hours services, special events, fleet services and vehicle detailing functions as needed to meet evolving operational demands.

Position Profile: Monitors campus transportation and parking activities and compliance with established policies. Responsible for overseeing permit parking, parking enforcement, event transportation, business transportation, campus transit service, safety and training, and facility and operations maintenance.

Level Summary: Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports.

Fiscal Responsibilities: May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives.

Problem Solving: Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance.

Independence of Action: Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations.

Communication and Collaboration: Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

Physical Requirements: Requires a range of physical activities. Positions may require driving, standing, walking through parking facilities, and/or ascending stairs or ramps.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience. Certain positions may require Commercial Driver’s License ( CDL ).

Preferred Qualifications

Department Transportation & Parking Pay Rate

The target salary range is $43,888 to $51,377 commensurate with the selected candidate’s education and experience while considering internal equity.

Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and additional employee resources.

Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.

Pay Grade: 15

Pay Range: $43,888.00-$62,459.00

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment

Employment Type: full-time regular

Job Family: Environmental Safety & Police Services

Job Sub Family: Transportation & Parking

Job Level: IC3

Job Open Date: 09/11/2026

Posting End Date: 09/27/2026

Planning Unit: Vice President for Finance & Administration

Work Schedule: On-site, 10-month position August – May

Primary Schedule – Tuesday-Saturday 2:30 PM – 11:30 PM.

Transportation & Parking Services (TPS) is a 24-hour operation, 365 days a year. Position requires on-call status to respond to operational needs & service calls and work through the resolution of customer support inquiries as they arise.

Months: 10 month

Campus: Athens, Ohio

Expected hours worked per week: 40+

Expected duration of assignment: Ongoing

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position: Casey Hendershot, [e-mail]

Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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Ohio University Human Resources | Grosvenor West 103 | 1 Ohio University | Athens, OH 45701| T: 740.593.1636 | F: 740.593.0386